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The Truth is You Are Not the Only Person Concerned About Reputable Collection Agencies

Taurus Collect

Whatever business you are in, credit control is never the most enjoyable part of your week. Money collection is inevitable, but it can be frustrating, confronting, and distasteful, especially when valued clients have fallen behind in their payments for whatever reason. Sometimes, your in-house efforts to collect overdue payments can become a significant drain on resources.

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Regulators Care As Much About Consumer Preference in Debt Collection as Creditors

True Accord

Recent regulatory activity makes it clear: regulators care as much about consumer preference in debt collection as creditors. In this blog post, Kelly Knepper-Stephens, TrueAccord’s VP Legal & Compliance, highlights the recent laws and regulations designed to protect consumer preferences in debt collection. At a time when consumers’ power to impact a lender has increased dramatically, Klarna made the decision to outsource 1,005 of its debt collection activities.

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CFPB Submits 2020 Report to Congress on the Administration of the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act

Consumer Finance

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) released today the 2020 annual report to Congress on the administration of the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA). The report highlights efforts by the CFPB and the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to protect consumers, particularly those who have suffered profound financial impacts due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Maryland Legislature Passes Medical Collection Bills

Account Recovery

The Maryland Senate and House of Representatives each have voted unanimously to approve their own versions of a bill that affect how medical debts are collected, but opponents of the measure were able to get a key provision removed from the bills that would have established a threshold for which collection lawsuits could be filed. … The post Maryland Legislature Passes Medical Collection Bills appeared first on AccountsRecovery.net.

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Your Accounting Expertise Will Only Get You So Far: The New Way To Lead

Speaker: Victor C. Barnes, CPA, MBA

In the climb from contributor to leader, the rules quietly change. But if you’re aiming for the summit, the air gets thinner, and what got you here won’t be enough to get you to the top. 🗻 What made you successful early in your finance career—technical accuracy, sharp analysis, flawless execution—won’t be what carries you to the next level. The higher you go, the more your effectiveness depends on how you connect, adapt, and communicate.

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Collections Effectiveness Index

Enterprise Recovery

The Collections Effectiveness Index is measured as a percentage of accounts receivable collected within a given time period.

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CFPB Annual Complaint Report Highlights More Than a Half-Million Complaints Received in 2020

Consumer Finance

Today, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) provided to Congress the Consumer Response Annual Report for 2020. The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the consumer financial marketplace is reflected in the increase of complaints submitted to the CFPB.

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Getting to Know Kristen DeFiore of Glasser and Glasser

Account Recovery

The “Getting to Know” series is sponsored by Applied Innovation. Applied Innovation is helping to shape the future of accounts receivable management. Product development is driven by customer feedback, agency profitability and compliance and includes platforms addressing client portal access, document management, payment negotiation, Regulation E focused electronic payment authorizations and TCPA communication authorization platforms. … The post Getting to Know Kristen DeFiore

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The 2021 Tax Deadline Is May 17—Here’s What You Need to Know

Credit Corp

Are you just starting your taxes for the 2020 tax season? If you’re panicking, don’t—we’ve got good news. The tax deadline typically falls on April 15, but this year, the IRS has extended the tax deadline to May 17 due to the pandemic. So what does this mean for you, exactly? We’ll break it down for you. Is the Tax Deadline Extension for Everyone? The 2020 tax year deadline postponement applies for individual tax payers and those who pay self-employment taxes.

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Will You Really Run Out of Money in Retirement?

Nerd Wallet

Many U.S. households retire without enough money to maintain their pre-retirement standard of living. Once retired, though, people often reduce their spending enough to make their money last, according to a recent study by David Blanchett, head of retirement research at Morningstar, and Warren Cormier, executive director of the Defined Contribution Institutional Investment Association’s Retirement.

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The Hidden Science Behind Why Finance Teams Resist Change—And How to Fix It

Speaker: Kim Beynon, CPA, CGMA, PMP

The most overlooked, yet most critical, element of transformation is preparing people for change. Automation and AI aren't just technical upgrades, they’re cultural shifts which can challenge identities. That’s why change management isn’t a side project—it’s the foundation. In finance, where precision and process rule, navigating change can feel especially disruptive.

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ASTM E1527 Changes: Coming Soon to a Property Assessment Near You

Jimerson Firm

Lenders, Developers, Environmental Professionals and others over the years have come to know the industry standard for conducting and reporting environmental due diligence, “ ASTM E1527 Standard Practice for Environmental Site Assessment: Phase I Environmental Site Assessment Process ”. E1527 (commonly referred to as a “Phase I”) was designed by ASTM International to meet the requirement under CERCLA (or, “Superfund”) that a party conduct all appropriate inquiry (“AAI”) prior to a real property

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Appeals Court Overturns Ruling Against Consumer Rights Law Firm

Account Recovery

The Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit has reversed the dismissal of a lawsuit filed by an individual against the consumer rights law firm she hired to help repair her credit that accused the firm of engaging in racketeering, consumer fraud, and unlawful debt adjustment practices, ruling that the lower court mis-applied the choice … The post Appeals Court Overturns Ruling Against Consumer Rights Law Firm appeared first on AccountsRecovery.net.

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How a Car Loan Can Increase Your Credit

Credit Corp

The following is a guest post from Paige Williams, a public relations specialist with New Roads Auto Loans. The views and opinions expressed in this article are those of the author only and are not endorsed by Credit.com. When most people think about credit and a car loan, they’re thinking about what credit score qualifies them for the car loan.

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5 Home Remodeling Trends to Watch for in 2021

Nerd Wallet

After a year of spending more time at home due to the COVID-19 pandemic, many homeowners are looking for ways to make their homes fit their new realities. Open floor plans are out; dedicated spaces for remote work and learning are in. Yards are being transformed into entertainment spaces and walls are being repainted. At. Carol J. Alexander writes for NerdWallet.

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Agent Tooling: Connecting AI to Your Tools, Systems & Data

Speaker: Alex Salazar, CEO & Co-Founder @ Arcade | Nate Barbettini, Founding Engineer @ Arcade | Tony Karrer, Founder & CTO @ Aggregage

There’s a lot of noise surrounding the ability of AI agents to connect to your tools, systems and data. But building an AI application into a reliable, secure workflow agent isn’t as simple as plugging in an API. As an engineering leader, it can be challenging to make sense of this evolving landscape, but agent tooling provides such high value that it’s critical we figure out how to move forward.

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Is “living on less” really an option for debt relief?

Roths Child Law

You never expected to find yourself struggling this hard with your debts. Unfortunately, some find that unexpected changes in your career and finances have become crushing and you aren’t able to pay your bills. . Getting out of debt is a priority for you, but there doesn't seem to be much left after your necessary bills are paid to put toward the growing number of other debts you have -- and late fees are driving the bills ever higher.

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CFPB Releases Annual Complaint Report

Account Recovery

Complaints about debt collectors filed by consumers with the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau increased 10% in 2020 compared with 2019, ranking the industry only behind credit or consumer reporting in terms of the total number of complaints that were filed last year, a year in which the total number of complaints increased by 54%. Credit … The post CFPB Releases Annual Complaint Report appeared first on AccountsRecovery.net.

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Challenges in Countering Trade-Based Money Laundering

Fico Collections

In part 1 of the series on trade-based money laundering (TBML) , we established a definition of the term, explored some recent studies and highlighted some typical techniques employed by the criminals. In this second part, we will explore the challenges of countering TBML and explore some recent industry trends. Challenges in identifying and countering TBML exist at both the public and private sector levels, with a lack of understanding, awareness, and collaboration both domestically and interna

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The Property Line: Mortgage Forbearance Ending? Here Are Your Options

Nerd Wallet

The COVID-19 recession shriveled the bank accounts of countless homeowners. If you entered mortgage forbearance last April or May because of the pandemic, you have plenty of company: Almost a million people will reach their 12-month forbearance anniversaries in those months of 2021. In total, more than 2.5 million remained in forbearance plans as of.

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Future-Proof Your Firm: Smarter Tech for Stronger Returns & Simpler Workflows

Speaker: Joe Wroblewski, Senior Sales Engineer

Is your tech stack working for you—or are you working for it ? 🤖 In today’s world of automation and AI, technology should simplify workflows—not add complexity. Seamless integration and interconnectivity are key to maximizing productivity, optimizing workflows, and improving collaboration. Join expert Joe Wroblewski for a practical and insightful session on how you can build a smarter, more connected tech stack that drives efficiency and long-term success!

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Do Existing Debts Impact Your Credit Score When You Move Abroad?

Credit Corp

All my bags are packed, and I am ready to go. But will my existing debts follow? This slightly distorted version of John Denver’s song played in my head as I planned my move from India to Canada. Like many before me, I wondered if my credit score will follow me abroad. More importantly, will my existing debts impact my credit score in a new country?

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Daily Digest – March 25. Getting to Know Kristen DeFiore; Judge Denies MTD in FDCPA SOL Case

Account Recovery

GETTING TO KNOW KRISTEN DEFIORE OF GLASSER AND GLASSER Finishing law school and passing the bar is no joke, any attorney will tell you. Doing it while working full time is just showing off. But that accomplishment speaks to the kind of ambition and passion for the law that Kristen DeFiore has. Read on to … The post Daily Digest – March 25.

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Solicitor General Recommends Denial of Cert. in Tribune Despite Perceived Errors

PBWT

In January 2020 we reported that, after the reconsideration suggested by two Supreme Court justices and revisions to account for the Supreme Court’s Merit Management decision, [1] the Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit stood by its original holding, [2] in an appeal that was first argued in 2014, that the payments to former Tribune shareholders that Tribune creditors were seeking to avoid were protected from avoidance by the “safe harbor” provided by Code Section 546(e). [

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How Women Investors Can Rewrite Their Financial Futures

Nerd Wallet

This article provides information and education for investors. NerdWallet does not offer advisory or brokerage services, nor does it recommend or advise investors to buy or sell particular stocks or securities. Women do it all — lead households, pay bills, run companies. But when it comes to saving and investing, advisors say there’s more women. Tiffany Lam-Balfour writes for NerdWallet.

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Protect What Matters: Rethinking Finance Ops In A Digital World

Speaker: Cheryl J. Muldrew-McMurtry

Distributed finance teams are rewriting how the back-office runs, and attackers are taking notes. Disconnected workflows, process blind spots, and rising cyber threats are more than just growing pains—they’re liabilities. The challenge isn’t just going remote. It’s building resilient systems that protect accuracy, control, and speed across every transaction and touchpoint.

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How to Invest in Dividend Stocks for Income

Credit Corp

This post originally appeared on The Financially Independent Millennial. There are plenty of different ways to invest, and which one is ‘best’ will depend upon the individual investor’s personal situation. There has been one particular investing strategy that has afforded investors upside participation when markets are rising, modest downside protection when markets are falling, and steady dividend income throughout.

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Daily Digest – March 24. Answering Credit Reporting Questions; Bill Introduced to Prohibit Collection of Time-Barred Debt

Account Recovery

ANSWERING CREDIT REPORTING QUESTIONS ABOUT SOL, CREDIT REPAIR ORGS, HOW TO REPORT PAID ACCOUNTS The statute of limitations is quite the kettle of fish for companies in the accounts receivable management industry. Determining which particular statute of limitations from which state applies is usually about as straightforward as getting through a maze.

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How to Free up Money to Put Towards Debt Repayment

Dear Debt

This article was contributed by The Zebra. Money is tighter than ever before in the midst of the pandemic, and personal debt remains a major issue for many Americans. All… Related Posts: Financial Literacy Matters, Especially for Women. Look How Far You've Come. 10 Signs You Have a Toxic Relationship With Credit. 13 Ways You Can Make Money. Resources for Taking Care of Your Mental Health and Wealth.

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Airline Million Miler Programs: What You Need to Know

Nerd Wallet

Want to become a frequent flyer “millionaire?” You might not know it, but you could be well on your way with your preferred frequent flier program’s currency to becoming a mileage millionaire. Some airlines offer million-miler programs that track your mileage earning over the course of your lifetime. These programs reward million mile status customers that.

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Operational Strength Starts with People: The New Rules of Finance Leadership

Speaker: Melissa Hurrington

What’s holding finance teams back isn’t just process inefficiency. It’s culture gaps, reactive mindsets, and missed opportunities to lead real change. In an era of disruption, finance leaders can no longer afford to operate on autopilot and the most resilient teams aren’t just efficient—they’re connected, talent driven, and culture-focused. Join Melissa Hurrington for an exploration into how finance leaders can evolve beyond process and numbers to create adaptive, people-powered teams that thriv